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The West Country’s most stylish outpost is a magnet for well-heeled retirees.
They keep the housing market going in towns such as Salcombe, Kingsbridge,
Dartmouth and East Prawle. This is where former BBC royal correspondent
Jennie Bond owns a pad. A two-bedroom cottage here would cost £335,000.

“There are significant price differentials across the South Hams,” explains
Lucian Cook from Savills. He says Salcombe is the most expensive area
because 40 per cent of its housing is second homes.

Insider tip The area is packed with summer tourists but, unlike many
holiday areas, almost all facilities remain open all year.

For sale There are fantastic views from this four-bedroom Salcombe
apartment with balcony and a mooring. £895,000, Marchand Petit (01548
844473; marchandpetit.co.uk).